Parents - changes coming to government childcare contributio

20 Sep 2017 13:54

Hello,

If people weren't aware, there are some new childcare arrangements kicking in this year that could save you some cash, with savings typically exceeding the benefit from childcare vouchers (the schemes are mutually exclusive).

Free childcare allowance is also being extended from 15 hours per week (for 38 weeks of the year) to 30 hours for 3 and 4 year olds, from September this year. 15 free hours is also being extended to certain 2 year olds (though I'm confused by the eligibility criteria on this one).